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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSRELAYS AND MODULES - LIGHTING AND HORNSLAMP CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Lamp Control Module: Service and Repair
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Service and Repair
61 31 037 - Removing and installing/replacing lighting control unit
Special tools required:
- 64 1 020 64 1 020 Release Hook
Attach special tool 64 1 020 64 1 020 Release Hook at openings (1) and lever out catches (2).
Pull back lighting control unit (3).
Unlock and disconnect associated plug connection, remove lighting control unit (3).
Installation:
Make sure clips (1) are correctly seated on trim of lighting control unit (2).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.